Elective Courses

This is an axiomatic approach to geometry which compares various analyses of Euclid’s fifth postulate resulting in non-Euclidian geometries. Several finite geometries are studied. 

An introduction to the concepts of database processing. An understanding of the physical and logical organization of data relationships such as trees, hierarchies, networks, and flat files are presented via data models. Methods to achieve these logical relationships such as linked lists, chains, pointers, and inverted files are evaluated. Operational requirements of data base management systems are discussed as are characteristics of hierarchical, network, and relational systems.

A systematic study of drawing from the live model at rest and in motion. We examine the body as a working system, while drawing the main skeletal, muscular and structural forms. Demonstrations and individualized critiques enable the student to see and to draw the figure with growing knowledge, self-assurance, and mastery of line, perspective, light, and shading. Informative for science and nursing students, essential for artists.

Through a series of critical concerns in the analysis of an action and motion drawing, the student will be able to understand the difference between drawing for animation and drawing for illustration. The art of conveying gestures while learning the construction and mechanics of the human figure will be examined.

(Formerly EDC 309)This course focuses on the further development of curriculum design and principles of teaching. The course reinforces the skills of differentiated instructional design and delivery, integration of technology, and adapting lessons to address diverse learners including special needs and ELL students.                          
                    

Topics in this course include: elementary set theory, permutations and combinations, discrete functions, relations and graphs, trees, counting procedures and Boolean Algebra. Application of these topics in computer science will be covered.

This course provides an overview of the ways that we are touched by death and dying. Topics include the death system, hospice, suicide, violent death, death in childhood, bereavement, grief, mourning, and the funeral process. We will discuss ways of handling the psychological, sociological, cultural and religious implications of death.

A course intended for junior-level students. Will examine: foreign currency, accounting principles, foreign exchange, (SPOT, Forward Rates) the International monetary system, foreign exchange risk management, work in capital management in international operations, sources of funds for working capital and longterm investments in international markets. Corequisite: BUS 312.

This course provides for the in-depth study of the people, society, culture, or movements during a particular historical period or for comparative analysis of society's, cultures, or movements of people or ideas during particular periods, or other historical moments. This course also allows for the in-depth study of particular historical events. Each student will write amajor (20 page) research paper for this course. The topic and methods of evaluation will be defined by the instructor of the course. Prerequisites: HIS 219; WRT 107.

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Special topics with a women’s studies focus. 

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Special topics of current interest in computer and information systems. Topics may include Expert Systems, Data mining, Computer graphics, Assembly language, etc. Content varies each offering. Course may be repeated for credit as topics change.

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An in-depth study of a major figure, movement, or issue in philosophy. Ethics and metaethics; quantification and axiomatic logic, medieval philosophy; 19th century philosophy; recent and contemporary philosophy; Eastern philosophy, etc.

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Depending on the instructor, topics may be suited for General Political Science or the Public Administration concentrations or the minor in Public Policy. As topics change, this course may be repeated for credit.

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This course offers traditional and recent approaches to studying various genres, themes, historical periods, and critical issues in the texts from more than one national literature. Topics and texts vary from semester to semester. As topics change, this course may be repeated for credit.

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Each spring semester, this course will study in depth the classical art and the contemporary arts scene of a major international city, and then visit that city during spring break. A broad spectrum of arts will be covered, including whenever possible music, film, painting, literature, sculpture, architecture, photography, animation, theatre, and new media, as well as cuisine and traditional crafts. Artistic creativity will be examined in relationship to the history, politics and culture that shape it. Cities to study and visit will be selected from such art centers as Paris, Berlin, Rome, Barcelona, Mexico City, Athens, London, Beijing, Kyoto, Marrakesh, and Rio de Janeiro. Each student will choose a specific topic to focus on and will conduct their own research on it during their visit to the city.

A study of a major business issue, person or activity occurring in the contemporary business world. Possible topics: government deregulation; environment; social responsibilities; mergers; conglomerates; world trade; etc. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

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This course provides for an in-depth study of major issues in the history of religions, especially the academic study of religion. Possible topics may include: mythology; cosmology; theology; religion and science, etc.

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Selected topics with Africana Studies focus.

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Selected topics with Latin American and Caribbean focus.

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Topics may include relationships and divorce, history and systems, self in contemporary psychology among others. Course may be repeated for credit as topics change.

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This course description will be announced when the course is offered. The course will focus on a specific Social Justice topic to be determined. As topics change, this course may be repeated for credit

(Formerly EDC 310) This course is designed to provide a foundation for classroom methodology of standards-based
instructional activities and assessments. One purpose of this course is to introduce teacher candidates to the elements of assessment that area part of good teaching and best practice. 

This is a study of the development of concepts and tools used in abstract mathematics. Emphasis is on writing proofs, logic, set theory, formal axioms systems, and the real number system from an axiomatic point of view.

(Also WMS 335) An analysis of present research finding and theory pertaining to gender-related issues. Social and intellectual development, gender differences and gender role socialization will be examined. This course will provide students with a basis for understanding the role of gender in research and clinical applications.

(Also PSY 335) An analysis of present research finding and theory pertaining to gender-related issues. Social and intellectual development, gender differences and gender role socialization will be examined. This course will provide students with a basis for understanding the role of gender in research and clinical applications.